USER MANUAL

ATEQ F570P
Version 1.01g (2ZL05)

Reference : UM-21400A-U/2ZL
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 Recommendations for leak testing
intruments
Precautions for the test environment
• Keep the test area as clean as possible.

Precautions for the operators

• ATEQ recommends that the operators using the instruments should have a
suitable qualification and training with respect to the work bench requirements.

General precautions
• Read the user manual before using the instrument,
• all electrical connections to the instrument must be equipped with a safety
system (fuse, circuit breaker…) appropriate to its needs and complying with the
standards,

• to avoid electromagnetic interference, the cable connections to the instrument

should be less than two meters in length,

• it is essential that the electrical main is earthed,

• disconnect the electrical connections to the equipment before maintenance,

• cut the air supply for any kinds of operation on the pneumatic assembly,

• do not open the instrument when it is powered up,

• avoid water spillage near of the instrument,
• ATEQ is at your disposal for any further information concerning the use of the
instrument under maximum safety conditions.

We would like to bring to your attention that ATEQ will not be held responsible
for any accident connected to the improper use of the instrument, to the work
bench or to the lack of compliance with safety rules.

Ret-U/0039
 ATEQ, THE ASSURANCE OF A COMPETENT AFTER SALES
SERVICE
„ THE ATEQ AFTER SALES SERVICE IS :
• a team of qualified technicians,
• a permanent telephone assistance,
• agencies close to you for faster reaction,
• a stock of spare parts available immediately,
• a car fleet for rapid intervention,
• a commitment to quality ...
„ THE OVERHAUL
ATEQ carries out the overhaul of your instruments at interesting prices.
The overhaul corresponds to the maintenance of the instrument (checking, cleaning, replacing of used
parts) as part of preventive maintenance.
Preventive maintenance is the best way to guarantee reliability and efficiency. It allows the
maintenance of a group of instruments in good operational order and prevent eventual break-downs.
„ MAINTENANCE KITS
The ATEQ After Sales Service proposes, two kits destined for the preventive maintenance of the
pneumatic circuits of instruments.
„ CALIBRATION
This may be carried out on site or in our offices.
ATEQ is attached to the COFRAC and delivers a certificate following a calibration.
„ TRAINING COURSES
In the framework of partnership with our customers, ATEQ offers two types of training in order to
optimise the usage and knowledge of our instruments. They are aimed at different levels of technician:
• method / control training,
• maintenance / upkeep training.
„ A TARGETED TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION
A number of technical documents are at your disposal to allow you to intervene rapidly in the event
minor breakdowns:
• problem sheets describing and offering solutions to the main pneumatic and electronic
problems,
• several maintenance manuals.
„ A QUALITY GUARANTEE
The instruments are guaranteed for parts and labour in our offices:
• 2 years for leak detection equipment,
• 1 year for electrical tests to norms instruments,
• 1 year for the accessories.
Our After Sales Service is capable of rapidly answering all your needs and queries.

ATEQ recommends
to made realise by its departments
a revision and a calibration of the instruments
every year

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 PREFACE

Dear Customer,

You have just purchased an ATEQ instrument, we thank you for the trust you have
placed on our brand. This instrument has been designed to ensure a long and
unparalleled life expectancy, and we are convinced that it will give you complete
satisfaction during many long years of operation.

In order to maximise the life expectancy and reliability of your ATEQ instrument, we
recommend that you install this instrument on a secured workbench and advise you to
consult this manual in order to familiarise yourself with the functions and capabilities of
the instrument.

Our ATEQ After Sales Service centre can give you recommendations based on your
specific operation requirements.

ATEQ

0508/PREFc-U
 Table of contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREAMBLE 3
1. DEFINITION OF THE ATEQ F570P ....................................................................................................3
1.1. Single test configuration...............................................................................................................3
1.2. Double test configuration .............................................................................................................3
2. MEASUREMENT CHARACTERISTICS..............................................................................................4
2.1. Measurement ranges ...................................................................................................................4
2.2. Mechanical pressure regulation ...................................................................................................4
3. THE MAIN TYPES OF MEASUREMENTS .........................................................................................4
3.1. Direct/Pressure drop measurement .............................................................................................4
4. DIRECT MEASUREMENT, PRESSURISATION.................................................................................5
5. SYMBOLS PRESENTATION ..............................................................................................................6

Chapter 1 INSTALLATION OF THE INSTRUMENT

1. APPEARANCE OF THE ATEQ F570P ...............................................................................................9
2. INSTALLATION OF THE INSTRUMENT ..........................................................................................10
2.1. Layout of connectors on the F570P cabinet ..............................................................................10
2.2. Electrical connector details ........................................................................................................11
2.3. Pneumatic connectors................................................................................................................15

Chapter 2 USER INTERFACES

1. ATEQ F570P FRONT PANEL APPEARANCE.................................................................................19
2. APPEARANCE OF THE KEYBOARD ..............................................................................................20
2.1. Navigation keys ..........................................................................................................................20
2.2. Cycle keys ..................................................................................................................................20
3. LOCKABLE SWITCH ........................................................................................................................21
4. 4 LINE LCD DISPLAY .......................................................................................................................21
5. 14 CHARACTER LED DISPLAY.......................................................................................................21
6. RAPID CONNECTORS......................................................................................................................21
7. REGULATOR.....................................................................................................................................22
8. INFRA-RED INTERFACE ..................................................................................................................22
9. FUNCTIONS OF THE INDICATOR LIGHTS.....................................................................................22

Chapter 3 START-UP AND SETTINGS

1. POWERING-UP THE ATEQ F570P ..................................................................................................23
2. CREATION OF A TEST PROGRAM.................................................................................................23
2.1. Choice of the program number ..................................................................................................24
2.2. Test type selection .....................................................................................................................24
2.3. Parameter settings .....................................................................................................................26
3. DUPLICATION OF A TEST PROGRAM ...........................................................................................30
4. DELETING A PROGRAM OR A PROGRAM NAME ........................................................................32
5. STARTING A CYCLE ........................................................................................................................33
5.1. Choice of the program to be run ................................................................................................33
6. STARTING A MEASUREMENT CYCLE...........................................................................................33
7. STOPPING A CYCLE ........................................................................................................................34
7.1. Setting the test pressure ............................................................................................................34

Chapter 4 FUNCTIONS OF THE INSTRUMENT

1. MENU STRUCTURE..........................................................................................................................35
1.1. Main menu..................................................................................................................................35
1.2. "FUNCTIONS" menu when activated.........................................................................................38

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2. CONFIGURATION MENU .................................................................................................................39

2.1. Extended menus ........................................................................................................................39
2.2. Time ...........................................................................................................................................51
2.3. RS232 ........................................................................................................................................51
2.4. Security ......................................................................................................................................54
2.5. I/O configuration .........................................................................................................................54
2.6. Lighting the screen.....................................................................................................................55
3. SPECIAL CYCLES MENU.................................................................................................................56
3.1. Special cycles available .............................................................................................................56
3.2. Regulator....................................................................................................................................57
3.3. Automatic calculation of limits ....................................................................................................58
3.4. piezo auto zero...........................................................................................................................59
3.5. ATR learning ..............................................................................................................................61
4. SERVICE MENU ................................................................................................................................62
4.1. Parameters service ....................................................................................................................62
5. RESULTS MENU ...............................................................................................................................64
6. LANGUAGE MENU ...........................................................................................................................64
7. STAND BY MENU .............................................................................................................................64
7.1. Standby using the menu ............................................................................................................65

Chapter 5 ACCESSORIES
1. ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE INSTRUMENT...................................................................67
1.1. Mains power cable .....................................................................................................................67
2. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES..............................................................................................................68
2.1. Calibrated leak ...........................................................................................................................68
2.2. Needle valve and Leak/Flow Calibrator (CDF) ..........................................................................69
2.3. Automatic connectors with expandable joints ............................................................................70
2.4. Filtration kit .................................................................................................................................70
2.5. Simple remote control ................................................................................................................71

Chapter 6 ERROR MESSAGES

ERROR MESSAGES .................................................................................................... 73

Chapter 7 OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS

1. PHENOMENON NOTED....................................................................................................................75
1.1. Condition of the machine's seals ...............................................................................................75
1.2. Damaged instrument seals ........................................................................................................75
1.3. Bumper pad................................................................................................................................75
1.4. Pneumatic air supply too low .....................................................................................................75
1.5. Pneumatic Link...........................................................................................................................75
1.6. Environment ...............................................................................................................................76
1.7. Calibration ..................................................................................................................................76
1.8. Concerns about reliability of the instrument’s circuits ................................................................76

Index 83

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PREAMBLE

1. DEFINITION OF THE ATEQ F570P

The ATEQ F570P is an air/air leak detector used to test the air tightness of parts on
production lines. It is specially adapted for automatic and semi-automatic workbenches.
The method used is based on the measurement of a small variation or drop in pressure
with a piezzo sensor.

1.1. SINGLE TEST CONFIGURATION

PIEZO
SENSOR
AUTO ZERO
VALVE

ATM TEST
FILL PART
VALVE
PRESSURE
NETWORK

REGULATOR
PRESSURE

ATM
DUMP
VALVE

1.2. DOUBLE TEST CONFIGURATION

PIEZO
SENSOR
AUTO ZERO TEST
VALVE PART 1
T1 VALVE

ATM
FILL
VALVE
PRESSURE
NETWORK

TEST
REGULATOR
PRESSURE

PART 2
T2 VALVE

ATM
DUMP
VALVE

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2. MEASUREMENT CHARACTERISTICS

2.1. MEASUREMENT RANGES

PRESSURE MESUREMENT maximum

PRECISION
RANGE RANGE RESOLUTION
1 > 500 Pa
100 kPa 1 > 1 000 Pa
2 % of the full scale 1 Pa
(1 bar) 1 > 5 000 Pa
10 > 10 000 Pa

2.2. MECHANICAL PRESSURE REGULATION

1 kPa to 100 kPa.

3. THE MAIN TYPES OF MEASUREMENTS

There is one main measurement methods that can be performed by the ATEQ F570P,
direct measurement.

3.1. DIRECT/PRESSURE DROP MEASUREMENT

After filling the test part to the required pressure level, the instrument measures the drop
in pressure.
At the end of a cycle, the ATEQ empties the components via the dump valve.

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4. DIRECT MEASUREMENT, PRESSURISATION

WAIT FILL STABILISATION TEST DUMP

The measurement cycle consists of 5 phases:

1 2 3 4 5

Cycle
Start Wait Fill Stabilisation Test Dump
end

Start Cycle start.

The time during which the sealing connections are made to the test
parts before the part is filled. The instrument may be fitted with the
The wait
valve code function. This valve is controlled for the duration of the cycle
time
to enable the installation of the expandable joint connectors to be
checked.

Pressurisation of the test part. At the end of the fill time, the ATEQ
The fill time instrument checks the test pressure. If this is not correct, the instrument
will signal a test pressure fault.

The test part is completely cut off from the air supply, but remains
The pressurised to the test pressure level. Pressure and temperature will
stabilisation then stabilise in the part. If the test pressure is incorrect (a large leak),
time the test pressure will drop rapidly, the instrument will not move on to
the test mode and will indicate a fault.

Time during which the pressure sensor measures the changes in

The test time pressure in the test part. The signal is electronically assessed and
displayed, the part is then diagnosed as good or bad.

The dump
Return of the part to the atmospheric conditions.
time

Once the dump has been carried out, the instrument emits a cycle end
signal and the valve code function is deactivated. This valve can control
Cycle end
one or more expandable connectors from the beginning to the end of
the cycle.

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5. SYMBOLS PRESENTATION

Symbol Name Function

Adjust leak Pneumatic connector for the plugging of a calibrated leak

connector (ruby kind) or an adjustable leak.

Pressure Pneumatic connector for the plugging of a manometer for an

connector external checking of the pressure.

Pressure
Pressure supply of the air supply from the 6 bar network.
supply

Pneumatic connector (according to option) for the plugging

Test circuit
of a supplementary pneumatic supply, used in case of test
supply
pressure greater than 8 bar.

Ground
Connector for the electric plugging to the ground.
connector

Automatic Pneumatic connector for the driving of an external logic or

connector pneumatic components (pneumatic sealing connector).

Connector Connector for pneumatic output.

Connector Connector for pneumatic input.

Read and respect the instructions of the user manual,

! Warning !
before plugging and using the instrument.

Remote
Connector for a remote control.
control

Printer Connector for printer plugging.

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Symbol Name Function

Bar code
BAR CODE Connector for bar code reader.
reader

Output Dry contact output.

Input Dry contact input.

Infrared link, at this place there's the receiver and

Infrared link
transmitter of the infrared link.

Analogue
Analogue output.
output

Analogue
Analogue input for the temperature sensor.
input

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Chapter 1
INSTALLATION OF THE INSTRUMENT

1. APPEARANCE OF THE ATEQ F570P

The ATEQ F570P comes in a 19” inch 6U format casing.

The instrument is delivered with a 110/220 V power supply cable.

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2. INSTALLATION OF THE INSTRUMENT

2.1. LAYOUT OF CONNECTORS ON THE F570P CABINET

2.1.1. Instrument with one test output

2.1.2. Instrument with two test outputs

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2.2. ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR DETAILS

2.2.1. ON/Off switch

I: ON
I
O O: OFF

2.2.2. Power supply

From 90 to 260 V AC / 50 W

2.2.3. J1 Connector (RS232)

5 1
Used for connection of a printer or a PC.
9 6

PIN 1 Not used PIN 6 Not used

PIN 2 RXD Data reception PIN 7 RTS request to send
PIN 3 TXD Data emission PIN 8 CTS clear to send
PIN 4 Not used PIN 9 Not used
PIN 5 Earth

2.2.4. J2 Connector (RS232)

5 1
Allows the connection of a bar code reader.
9 6

PIN 1 Not used PIN 6 Not used

PIN 2 RXD Data reception PIN 7 RTS request to send
PIN 3 TXD Data emission PIN 8 CTS clear to send
PIN 4 Not used PIN 9 Not used
PIN 5 Earth

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2.2.4. 1) Examples of RS232 cables

ATEQ 9 pin SubD 25 pin SubD Operator
connector connector
9 pin SubD 9 pin SubD 1 1
ATEQ Operator
connector connector RX 2 2 TX
1 1 TX 3 3 RX
RX 2 2 RX 4 4 RTS
TX 3 3 TX GND 5 5 CTS
4 4 6 6
GND 5 5 GND RTS 7 7 GND
6 6 CTS 8 8
RTS 7 7 RTS 9
CTS 8 8 CTS
9 9 25

2.2.5. Connectors block

Allows the electric connection of the two vehicle test

connectors. These connectors are on the
instrument with two test outputs, on the back panel.

2.2.6. J10 Connector (I/O Inputs/Outputs)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

PIN 1 Reset (input 1)

PIN 2 Common (+ 24 V)
PIN 3 START (input 2) DRY CONTACT
PIN 4 Common (+ 24 V) INPUT
PIN 5 Input 3 (program selection)
PIN 6 Input 4 (program selection) (Activation par
PIN 7 Input 5 (program selection) 24 V DC)
PIN 8 Input 6 (program selection)
PIN 9 Input 7 (programmable input)
PIN 10 Common
PIN 11 Part OK output DRY CONTACT
PIN 12 Test part default output OUTPUT
PIN 13 Reference part default output
PIN 14 Warning output 60V AC / DC Max
PIN 15 Cycle end output 200mA Max
PIN 16 0V

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2.2.6. 1) Activating a program from the J10 connector inputs

To activate a program from the J10 connector inputs, pins 5 to 8 must be selected (one
or more at a time). Binary weight n + 1.
Pin combinations for program selection

Program Pin 5 Pin 6 Pin 7 Pin 8

number (Input 3) (Input 4) (Input 5) (Input 6)
1 0 0 0 0
2 1 0 0 0
3 0 1 0 0
4 1 1 0 0
5 0 0 1 0
6 1 0 1 0
7 0 1 1 0
8 1 1 1 0
9 0 0 0 1
10 1 0 0 1
11 0 1 0 1
12 1 1 0 1
13 0 0 1 1
14 1 0 1 1
15 0 1 1 1
16 1 1 1 1

2.2.6. 2) J10 Connector (I/O Inputs/Outputs)programmable input

Input 7 can be set up in the CONFIGURATION/ INPUT OUPUT menu.
9 Selection of programs 17 to 32,
9 Auto zero request,
9 Regulator adjust request,
9 ATR learn request.
Some possibilities only appear if the function is used.

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2.2.6. 3) J10 Connector (I/O Inputs/Outputs) drawing

Customer

I1 (Reset) 1
16 programs
input board
2

I2 (Start) 3

24 V DC 0,3 A max 4

I3 (Pr 1 + 1) 5

I4 (Pr 2 + 1) 6 ATEQ
24 V DC
I5 (Pr 4 + 1) 7 0,3 A max
internal
I6 (Pr 8 + 1) 8
supply
I7 (Programmable input) 9

Com.
10
Good part output O1 0,2 A max
11
Load
24 V DC
Fail test part output O2 Customer
12 external
supply
Fail reference
part output 13 O3

Alarm
14 O4

End of cycle 0,2 A max

15 O5
Load
Ground 16

Option

Note: The 24V power supply must be provided by the internal power supply of the
ATEQ instrument (0,3A maximum) OR through an external power supply provided by
the customer.

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2.3. PNEUMATIC CONNECTORS

2.3.1. Pneumatic connectors for instrument with one test output

Pneumatic connectors are on the back panel of the F570P instrument.

2.3.1. 1) Output A

Used for connection of an automatic pneumatic connector.

2.3.1. 2) Output B
Used for connection of a second automatic pneumatic
connector.

2.3.1. 3) Test output

This output allows the connection to the test part.

2.3.1. 4) Dump output

This output allows the dumping of the test part.

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2.3.2. Pneumatic connectors for instrument with two test outputs

Pneumatic connectors are on the back panel of the F570P instrument.

2.3.2. 1) Output A

Used for connection of an automatic pneumatic connector.

For using this connector, you have to remove the cap on the
T connector

2.3.2. 2) Output B

Used for connection of a second automatic pneumatic

connector. For using this connector, you have to remove the
cap on the T connector

2.3.2. 3) Test output 1

This output allows the connection to the first part.

2.3.2. 4) Test output 2

This output allows the connection to a second test part.

2.3.2. 5) Dump output

This output allows the dumping of the test part.

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2.3.3. Pneumatic supply

Air supply is via the filter located on the

back panel of the instrument.

It is essential that the air supplied is clean and dry. Even though there is a filter,
supplied with the instrument, the presence of dust, oil or impurities may cause
malfunction.
When the instrument is working in vacuum conditions, impurities must be prevented
from being drawn into its interior. For this purpose we strongly recommend that a
suitable airtight filter is installed between the test part and the instrument. This filter can
be supplied by ATEQ.
The presence of impurities, oil or humidity in the air may cause deterioration
which will not be covered by the guarantee.

In accordance with ISO standard 8573-1 concerning classes of compressed air for
measurement instruments in an industrial environment:
ATEQ recommends:
• Grain size and concentration CLASS 1 (0.1 µm and 0.1 mg/m3)
• Dew point under pressure CLASS 2 (- 40° dew)
• Maximum concentration of oil CLASS 1 (0.01 mg/m3)
ATEQ recommends the installation:
• of an air dryer to provide dry air at less than - 40° dew point,
• of a 25 micron and 1/100 micron double filter.
Optimisation of operation:
The supply pressure must always be between 4 and 8 bar to ensure that the pneumatic
distributors operate with optimum efficiency.
When a mechanical regulator is used, the supply pressure must be a minimum of
100 kPa (1 bar) greater than test pressure with a minimum of 400 kPa (4 bar).

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Chapter 2
USER INTERFACES

1. ATEQ F570P FRONT PANEL APPEARANCE

4 lines LCD Results 14 characters

display indicators LCD display

Pressure Fast Key

regulator connector Access/Locked
for test position
pressure
Fast connector
on test circuit

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2. APPEARANCE OF THE KEYBOARD

2.1. NAVIGATION KEYS

KEY FUNCTION

Scroll up or
increase numerical values

Scroll down or decrease numerical values

Not used

Not used

ENTER key , opening a menu , entering a parameter,

confirmation of a parameter

C « C » for CANCEL, return to the previous menu or function

"Escape" without modifying a parameter

2.2. CYCLE KEYS

KEY FUNCTION

START key, starts a measurement cycle

RESET key, stops a cycle in progress

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3. LOCKABLE SWITCH

POSITION FUNCTION

LOCKED position. Access to adjustable parameters not

possible.

ACCESS position. Adjustable parameters may be accessed.

Note: whatever position the key is in (LOCKED or ACCESS), test cycles can be started
and stopped.

4. 4 LINE LCD DISPLAY

ATEQ F5
Version 1.01g
Used to display measurements and adjustable
0->1000 mbar parameters. In the example opposite, 1.01g
represents the program version for the instrument.

5. 14 CHARACTER LED DISPLAY

CONDITIONS D'EPREUVE RESULTAT

Allows the display of measurements and

test phases.

6. RAPID CONNECTORS

Two rapid connectors may be mounted on the front

panel of the instrument.
These enable pressure and calibration to be checked
easily. The first is used for the regulator circuit. It
enables the value of the test pressure shown by the
instrument, measured with a pressure gauge or the
ATEQ Leak/Flow Calibrator (CDF), to be checked.
This connector is not part of the measurement circuit
and cannot therefore interfere with the control.
The second is used to check the test circuit and
enables, by use of a calibrated leak expressed in
cm3/min or another unit, calculation of the equivalent
drop in pressure and, if required, calibration in this unit.

As this connector is part of the measurement

circuit, all its connections must be air tight.

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7. REGULATOR

_ + Used to adjust the test pressure

8. INFRA-RED INTERFACE

Not used.

9. FUNCTIONS OF THE INDICATOR LIGHTS

The symbol represents an indicator which is lit.

Test part OK indicator.

> <

Bad part indicator indicating a leak in excess of the rejection

threshold for pressure measurements.
> <

Warning.
> <

Sleep
(intermittently flashing indicator)
> <

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Chapter 3
START-UP AND SETTINGS

1. POWERING-UP THE ATEQ F570P

Supply the apparatus with

90 – 260 V AC.
When powered up the instrument:

ATEQ F570P
- displays version and the full Version 1.01g
scale of the sensors… 1 -> 1000 mbar

CYCLE/Pr :001
PRESS = 0.000 bar
…then displays the main menu.
READY

2. CREATION OF A TEST PROGRAM

RUN/Pr:001
To modify the parameters, turn the PRESS = 0.000 bar
key to the ACCESS position.
READY

To access the main menu, press MAIN MENU

ENTER. RUN PROG. : ---
In the main menu, place the cursor PARAMETERS
in front of the PARAMETERS menu. SPE CYCLE :Disabled
Confirm with the ENTER key.

The PARAMETERS menu is used

to manage test programs.

)If the various programs to be

created have different parameters, PARAMETERS
they must be created one by one. Copy-Paste
Pr :001 ----------
)If the programs have identical Pr :002 ----------
parameters, a base program can be
created and then the Copy-Paste
function can be used to duplicate the
program as many times as is
necessary.

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2.1. CHOICE OF THE PROGRAM NUMBER

PARAMETERS
Position the cursor in front of the Copy-Paste
chosen program number and Pr :001 ----------
confirm with the ENTER key.
Pr :002 ----------

2.2. TEST TYPE SELECTION

Three test types are available.

The PARAMETERS menu gives

access to three possible types of
test: leak test (LEAK TEST),
pressure test (BLOCKAGE) and an PARAM/TYPE
operator test (OPERATOR); see the LEAK TEST
following paragraph for BLOCKAGE
explanations. OPERATOR
Put the cursor in front of the required
test type and confirm with the
ENTER key.

2.2.1. Leak test

The leak test is most suitable for measuring small leaks (pressure drop). The following
formula is used to convert a leak expressed in units of flow to a drop in pressure
F (cm 3 /min)
∆P (Pa/s) =
0,0006 x V (cm 3 )
F(cm3/min) = Leak flow V (cm3) = volume of the test part
0.0006 = constant ∆P (Pa/s) = pressure drop
Example: :

Part which has dP/dt = 50 Pa/s Part which has dP/dt = 1 Pa/s

Test Pa/s Pa Test Pa/s Pa

1s 50 50 1s 1 1
2s 50 100 2s 1 2
3s 50 150 3s 1 3
. . . . . .
. . . . . .
ns 50 nx50 ns 1 n

The choice of working in Pa or in Pa/s depends on the application.

In all events, it must not be forgotten that the full scale of the sensor in Pa or Pa/s is
limited to 500 Pa, 1000 Pa, 5000 Pa or 10000 Pa depending on the instrument
configuration.

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2.2.2. Blockage test mode

The blockage mode is used for rough measurement of a flow, based on measurement
of back pressure. The standard pressure limits are used to classify the result as good or
bad. The cycle only contains the fill phase and the reading is carried out during this
phase.
If the pressure measured is below the minimum limit, then the flow is too large.
If the pressure measured is in excess of the maximum limit, then the flow is too small.

PRESSION

HIGH
THRESHOLD

GOOD PARTS

LOW
THRESHOLD

2.2.3. Operator mode test

This type of test means that the operator can carry out operations on the part whilst

under test, then to confirm this operation using a "START" key if the operator test

is good, or "RESET" key if the test is fail.

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2.3. PARAMETER SETTINGS

Once the test type is chosen, the test cycle parameters must be set.
The procedure to follow for setting the test parameters is identical in each case.
Example: Coupling time A.

First, position the cursor in front of PARAM/pr001

the chosen parameter using the TYPE : LEAK TEST
navigation keys COUPL. A : 00.00 s
( here, Coupl. A). FILL : 00.00 s

PARAM/pr001
Then, confirm with the ENTER key. TYPE : LEAK TEST
The cursor will move to the right of COUPL. A : 00.00 s
the display.
FILL : 00.00 s

PARAM/pr001
Modify the value using the TYPE : LEAK TEST
navigation keys. COUPL.A : 00.03 s
FILL : 00.00 s

PARAM/pr001
Once the value is modified, confirm TYPE : LEAK TEST
with the ENTER key. COUPL.A : 03.00 s
FILL : 00.00 s

PARAM/pr001
To move on to the next parameter, TYPE : LEAK TEST
use the navigation keys. COUPL. A : 03.00 s
FILL : 00.00 s

PARAMETERS
To exit from the menu, use the Cut-Paste
CANCEL key. C Pr:001 LEAK
Pr:002 LEAK

2.3.1. Coupling time A

Coupling time A is part of the cycle and it delays the pressurisation of the test part by
allowing the activation of a cycle connector at the test start.
)Set this parameter using the method described in § 2.3.

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2.3.2. Fill time

This is the time allowed for the pressurisation of the part to be tested. It must not be too
long (waste of time) or too short (the pressure in the component is at risk of not being
sufficient due to drops in pressure caused by temperature changes).
To determine the appropriate fill time, it is necessary to set the Fill Time in order to
make it Too Long (TTLR), then to shorten it until a drop in pressure occurs due to
thermal effects.
9 Carry out a cycle. When the instrument switches to the stabilisation period, the
pressure must remain stable.
9 A pressure drop (since there will be no fall in pressure due to thermal effects)
signifies the presence of a large leak; check the test part and the pneumatic
assembly components, then start again.
9 If the pressure remains stable, the part does not contain a large leak and the fill time
is too long. Shorten it progressively by carrying out cycles until a drop in pressure is
noticeable.
9 As soon as a fall in pressure due to thermal effects appears, the fill time has become
too short. Increase it slightly.
)Set this parameter using the method described in § 2.3.

2.3.3. Stabilisation time

This time is used to stabilise the pressure in the test circuit.

It is possible that a change in pressure occurs due to thermal exchanges between the
components. If the instrument takes a measurement too early, the instrument will
indicate the presence of a large leak.
9 To determine the correct stabilisation time, it is necessary to set a long time so that
the reading at the end of the test time is equal to zero.
9 Set the stabilisation time to four times the length of the fill time.
9 Carry out a cycle. When the instrument switches to the test period, the pressure
must remain at zero.
9 If there is a drop in pressure, there is a small leak present. Check the test part and
the pneumatic connections and then start again.
9 If the pressure is stable, the part does not contain a small leak and the stabilisation
time is therefore too long. Progressively shorten and carry out cycles (wait one
minute between each cycle) until you see the appearance of a drop in pressure. This
indicates that the stabilisation time has become too short. Increase it slightly.
)Set this parameter using the method described in § 2.3.

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2.3.4. Test time

The test time depends on the programmed reject level and operation mode.
In the dP/dt (Pa/s) mode, the variation in measured pressure is due to the drift in the
pressure drop.
In the dP (Pa) mode, the pressure variation measured is the total of the pressure drop
over the whole test time. This mode is more unstable, but is more sensitive. The
instrument totals all the variations occurring due to variations in volume or temperature
over the whole test time.
)Set this parameter using the method described in § 2.3.

2.3.5. Dump time

The instrument will as default propose a dump time of zero. This must be set by
carrying out several tests.
)Set this parameter using the method described in § 2.3.

2.3.6. Pressure units

The different units are bar, mbar, PSI, Pa, kPa, MPa. .
) Set this parameter using the method described in § 2.3.

2.3.7. Maximum fill

This function is used to set a maximum limit for the fill pressure. A warning is triggered
if this limit is exceeded.

When test time is infinite, the maximum fill pressure monitoring is inoperative.
Care should therefore be taken to avoid excess pressure being applied to the part
during the test.
) Set this parameter using the method described in § 2.3.

2.3.8. Minimum fill

This function is used to set a minimum limit for the fill pressure. A warning is triggered if
this limit is not reached.
) Set this parameter using the method described in § 2.3.

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2.3.9. Reject unit

Pa, Pa/s, cm3/min.

If a unit of flow is selected, two parameters will be added to the program:
9 the choice of the flow calculation basis, in Pa or Pa/s
9 the volume of the test part (+pipes).
) Set this parameter using the method described in § 2.3.

2.3.10. Test reject

This function is used to set a limit level below which the part is considered to be bad.
) Set this parameter using the method described in § 2.3.

2.3.11. Functions

The FUNCTION menu gives access to additional parameters which must first be
activated in the CONFIGURATION menu and then the EXTENDED MENU.
If no additional parameters are confirmed in the EXTENDED MENUS, the FUNCTION
menu will be empty when selected.
To activate these parameters, refer to chapter 4 § 2.

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3. DUPLICATION OF A TEST PROGRAM

To modify the parameters, turn the

key to the ACCES position.

MAIN MENU
Starting from the main menu, RUN PROG.: 001
position the cursor in front of the PARAMETERS
PARAMETERS function.
SPE CYCLE :Disabled

Confirm with the ENTER key. PARAMETERS

The cursor will appear in front of Copy-Paste
the Copy-Paste function. Pr :001 ENGINE
Confirm the function again using Pr :002 HEAD
the ENTER key.

PARAM/Copy-Paste
COPY :Pr ---
Next, confirm the COPY function. PASTE :Pr ---

Display the number of the program PARAM/Copy-Paste

to be copied using the navigation COPY :Pr 001
keys. PASTE :Pr ---
(In this case, program no.1).

PARAM/Copy-Paste
COPY :Pr 001
Confirm using the ENTER key. PASTE :Pr ---

PARAM/Copy-Paste
COPY :Pr 001
Placer the cursor in front of PASTE. PASTE :Pr ---

Confirm with the ENTER key. PARAM/Copy-Paste

Assign a number to this new COPY :Pr 001
program using the navigation keys PASTE :Pr 003
(For example no.3).

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Confirm with the ENTER key, the COPY IN PROGRESS

display confirms that the program
has been copied.

The program no.1 parameters have PARAM/Copy-Paste

now been copied into program no.3 COPY :Pr 001
parameters. PASTE :Pr 003
In this example program no.3 is an
exact copy of program n°1.

MAIN MENU
Press the CANCEL key twice to PARAMETERS
return to the main menu. C C SPE CYCLE:Disabled
CONFIGURATION

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4. DELETING A PROGRAM OR A PROGRAM NAME

To modify the parameters, turn the

key to the ACCES position.

MAIN MENU
Position the cursor in front of RUN PROG.: 001
PARAMETERS function. PARAMETERS
Confirm with the ENTER key.
SPE CYCLE :Disabled

PARAMETERS
Position the cursor in front of the Copy-Paste
program number or the program Pr:001 ENGINE
name to be deleted. Pr:002 HEAD

PARAM/Pr001
TYPE : LEAK
Confirm once to enter the program. WAIT A: 00.00 s
WAIT B: 00.00 s

Confirm a second time to gain M/Pr001/TEST TYPE

access to the delete menu. There Delete name
are two possibilities : delete the Program reset
program name or delete the whole
program.

PARAMETERS
1°) Confirm a third time. Copy-Paste
The name of the program is deleted. Pr:001 LEAK
Pr:002 HEAD

M/Pr001/TEST TYPE
2°) Place the cursor in front of Delete name
Program reset. Program reset

PARAMETERS
Confirm with the ENTER key. Copy-Paste
The program is then deleted. Pr:001 ----------
Pr:002 HEAD

Note: if the “Program delete” operation is carried out first, then the program name is
also deleted.

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5. STARTING A CYCLE

5.1. CHOICE OF THE PROGRAM TO BE RUN

Position the key in the ACCESS

position.

MAIN MENU
Starting from the main menu, place RUN PROG.: 001
the cursor in front of the RUN PARAMETERS
PROG. function.
SPE CYCLE :Disabled

MAIN MENU
RUN PROG.: 001
Confirm with the ENTER key. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE :Disabled

MAIN MENU
Display the number of the program RUN PROG. : 004
required by scrolling through the PARAMETERS
numbers with the navigation keys. SPE CYCLE :Disabled

MAIN MENU
Confirm your choice with the ENTER RUN PROG. : 004
key. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE :Disabled

6. STARTING A MEASUREMENT CYCLE

RUN/Pr:004
Press the START key to start a PRESS =0.500 bar
measurement cycle.
READY

The cycle phases are displayed on

the LCD window and alphanumeric
display: RUN/Pr:004
PRESS =1.00 bar
WAIT,
FILL, STABILISATION
STAB,
TEST,
DUMP.

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7. STOPPING A CYCLE

Press the RESET key to stop the RUN/Pr:004

measurement. The display “READY” PRESS =0.500 bar
indicates that the instrument is ready
to perform a new measurement test. READY

7.1. SETTING THE TEST PRESSURE

7.1.1. Manual setting with a mechanical regulator

SPE CYCLE
Position the cursor in front of the Disabled
SPE CYCLE function and confirm Regulator adjust
with the ENTER key. AZ piezo

SPE CYCLE
Next, position the cursor in front of Disabled
Regulator adjust and confirm with Regulator adjust
the ENTER key.
AZ piezo

MAIN MENU
The display confirms that the special RUN PROG. : 001
cycle has been selected. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE :Regul

RUN/Pr:001
Press the START key to launch a PRESS = 355.5 mbar
special cycle.
REGULATOR 1 ADJUST

RUN/Pr:001
Set the test pressure by using the PRESS = 1000 mbar
_ +
regulator.
REGULATOR 1 ADJUST

RUN/Pr:001
Once the pressure is set, press the PRESS = 0.000 bar
RESET key to stop the special
cycle. READY

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Chapter 4
FUNCTIONS OF THE INSTRUMENT
1. MENU STRUCTURE

1.1. MAIN MENU

MAIN MENU Under menu 1 Under menu 2 Under menu 3 Under menu 4

CYCLE PROG. > 1 to 32

v
PARAMETERS > Copy Paste > Copy
v v Paste
v v
Programs
v > LEAK > Type : leak > Reset name
01 to 32
v v v Delete program
v v v
1 > 500 Pa
1 > 1000 Pa
v v Range >
0.01 > 5.00 kPa
0.01 > 10.00 kPa
v v Wait A
v v Fill
v v Stabilisation
v v Test
v v Dump
Bar > MPa > kPa
v v Pressure unit > > Pa > PSI >
mbar
v v Maximum Fill
v v Minimum Fill
Pa > Pa/s >
v v Reject unit > 3
cm /mn
v v Test fail
v v Functions > Refer to note 1
v v
v Blockage > Type : blockage > Reset name
v v Wait A Delete program
v v Fill
v v Dump
Bar > MPa > kPa
v v Pressure unit > > Pa > PSI >
mbar
v v Maximum Fill
v v Minimum Fill
v v Functions > Refer to note 1
v v
v Operator > Type : operator > Delete name
v Wait A Delete program
v Test

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v Functions > See note

v
SPECIAL CYCLES > Disabled
v Regulator adjust
v AZ Piezo
v Bar code
v
CONFIGURATION > Extended menus > Name
v v Cycling
v v ATR0
v v ATR1
v v ATR2
v v Valve codes
v v Cycle end
v v Bar code > First character
Character
v v
number
v v
Automatic piezo
v > yes / no
auto zero
v v
v Hour > Hour
v v Minute
v v Day
v v Month
v v Year
v v
v RS232 > C540/F580 Print frame > Pressure
v v v Program name
v v v Date & time
v v v
Speed:
4800 > 9600 >
v v Printer > RS parameters > 19200 > 28800 >
38400 > 57600 >
115200
Serial port:
st st
1 -7bit-="0" > 1 -
7bit-="1" > 1st-
st
7bit-even > 1 -
st
7bit-odd > 1 -
v v v v st
8bit-none > 1 -
st
8bit-="0" > 1 -
st
8bit-="1" > 1 -
8bit-even > 1st-
8bit-odd >
v v v v
v v v Frame > Pressure
v v v v Personal
v v v v Time keeper
v v v v
v v v Send conditions > All
v v v v OK

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v v v v T. Bad
v v v v R. Bad
v v v v Warning
v v v v Pressure def.
v v v v Recuperable
v v v v
v v v TLP > Line 1X
v v v v Line 1Y
v v v v Line 2X
v v v v Line 2Y
v v v v Line 3X
v v v v Line 3Y
v v v v
v v v Export > yes / no
v v v
v Security > Yes / No
v v
v Light > Mode > Continuous
v v v Manual
v v v Automatic
v v v
v v Intensity > 00 to 07
v v
Program
v I/O Configuration >
selection
v v Regulator adjust
v v Auto zero piezzo
v v
SERVICE > Parameters > Save
v v Restore
v v Reset
v v
v Sensor > Pressure
v Leak
v
RESULTS > Program
v v
v Statistics > Program
v v Total
v v Good part (OK)
v v Failed part
Negative failed
v v
part
v v Recoverable
v Reset
v Print
v
LANGUAGE > English
v French

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v
STAND BY > Now
v
Power on time > Hour
v Minute
v
Power off time > Hour
Minute
Delay

1.2. "FUNCTIONS" MENU WHEN ACTIVATED

MAIN MENU Under menu 1 Under menu 2 Under menu 3 Under menu 4

FUNCTION > Name

v
Cycling Inter cycle
v All
v OK
v T. Bad
v R. Bad
v Warning
v Pressure fault
v Recuperable
v
ATR 0 > ATR 1 >
> Begin
ATR 2
v Transient
v Drift
v
Valves codes > Internal 1
v Internal 2
v
End of cycle > Automatic reset
v Reset + dump
v Filling
v
Bar code > 123………...XYZ
Auto start > Yes/No

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2. CONFIGURATION MENU

2.1. EXTENDED MENUS

The extended menus offer access to additional functions. If these functions are
activated, they can be found in the FUNCTION menu when a program is created. If no
additional functions are activated, the FUNCTION menu will be empty when a program
is created.

2.1.1. Activation of the additional functions

MAIN MENU
In the main menu, place the cursor SPE CYCLE :Disabled
in front of the CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION
label
RESULTS

CONFIGURATION
EXTENDED MENUS
Confirm using the ENTER key. PRINTER : YES
HOUR

Next, confirm the EXPANDED CONFI/EXTEND MENUS

MENUS function with the ENTER NAME : No
key. The list of additional functions is CYCLING : No
then displayed. ATR 0 : No

To activate a function (e.g. the

NAME function), confirm it with the CONFI/EXTEND MENUS
ENTER key. Next, choose YES with NAME : Yes
the navigation keys and confirm CYCLING : No
again with the ENTER key. Start the
ATR 0 : No
operation again if you need to
activate other functions.

MAIN MENU
Once all the chosen functions are SPE CYCLE :Disabled
activated, press the CANCEL key C C CONFIGURATION
twice to return to the main menu.
RESULTS

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2.1.2. Setting the additional functions

9 Place the key in the ACCESS position .

9 Create a new program (refer to chapter 3 § 2 "Creation of a test program").

9 In the parameters list for this new program, confirm the FUNCTIONS parameter
(refer to chapter 3 § 2.3 "Parameter settings").

Only the functions which have been activated using the above method will
appear in the FUNCTIONS parameter.

2.1.3. List of additional functions

2.1.3. 1) Name
This function is used to customise a program, for example to name a program after the
part to be tested.
)Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
2.1.3. 2) Cycling
This function enables several tests to be carried out by the instrument one after the
other. The instrument offers 8 program sequencing criteria.
MAIN MENU
When an active program is sequenced with another RUN PROG. : 01+
program, a "+" is displayed behind the program PARAMETERS
number. SPE CYCLE :none

Associated parameters to be set: INTER-CYCLE (wait). Chaining conditions: ALL

RESULTS (under all result conditions), OK (part good), TEST FAIL (test part bad),
REFERENCE FAIL (reference part bad), WARNING, PRESSURE DEFAULT (pressure
error), RECUPERABLE.
)Select the option and enter settings if necessary.

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2.1.3. 3) Transient attenuation (ATR)

9 Problem:
Pressure
Is this pressure drop which occurs during
the test time due to a leak or a transient
effect? Pressure
drop
The test environment is not always ideal
for the measurement of pressure drops.
There are several momentary events (ex:
temperature or volume variations...) that
can influence the measurement. We call
them transient effects. Time
Fill Stab. Test Dump

To avoid any interference, it is possible to increase the stabilisation time to obtain the
ideal measurement conditions during the test phase. However, increasing the
stabilisation time for each test may not be acceptable at the normal production speed.
9 Operational principle:
The principle consists of measuring the pressure variations caused by transient
phenomena through the use of a learning cycle and then removing these variations from
the final test result for a part.
Three ATR functions are available: ATR0, ATR1 and ATR2. ATR1 and ATR2 are
different because of their learning cycles.
9 ATR0:
The initial value of the transient is known. Parameters must be set manually.
The ATR may only be used on parts which have identical behaviour during the
test, in other words, parts which have an identical transient.
Associated parameters to be set are: Start (Initial value of the transient), Transient
(actual, non modifiable value of the transient) and Percentage drift (Drift tolerance on
acquisition of the transient, as a % of the FAIL level).
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
9 ATR1:
The value of the transient is unknown. A special learning cycle must be carried out.
The learning cycle for this function must be
Pressure
carried out on a good leak proof (PASS)
part.
The instrument carries out a normal test
cycle and considers that the pressure
∆P = Transient
variation measured at the end of the cycle
is the transient. This value is saved and
taken away from the final result of
subsequent tests.
Reasoning: the part is good, therefore the Fill Stab Test Dump Time
pressure drop measured is the transient.

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Associated parameters to be set: Start (Initial value of the transient), Transient (actual
and non modifiable value of the transient), Percentage drift (Drift tolerance on
acquisition of the transient, as a % of the FAIL level).
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
9 ATR 2:
Pressure
The value of the
transient is not
known but the ∆P 1
∆P 2
possible leak of the
part is taken into
account when the
transient value is
computed during
the special cycle. Fill Stab Test1 Wait time 5 x test time Test2 Dump Time

At the end of test time 1, the ATEQ saves the pressure variation ∆P1, function of the
transient and the leak is there is one.

∆P1 = Leak + Transient

Following the waiting time (equivalent to 5 times the normal test time), we consider that
transient phenomena have disappeared. During the second test time, the ATEQ
instrument reads a second pressure drop ∆P2 which corresponds to the leak.

∆P2 = Leak
By taking these two pressure variations, we can calculate the transient.

∆P1 - ∆P2 = (Leak + Transient) - Leak = Transient

It is this transient which will be taken away from the leak measurement of the following
cycles.
Through the use of the ATR, the ATEQ instrument is able to differentiate a Good
(PASS) part from a Bad (FAIL) part without being influenced by the transient effects
whilst keeping a short stabilisation time.
Associated parameters to be set: Start (Initial value of the transient), Transient (actual
and non modifiable value of the transient), Percentage drift (Drift tolerance on
acquisition of the transient, as a % of the reject level).
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
For ATR learning cycles, refer to paragraph 3.5 "ATR learning".
When a parameter is modified but no learning cycle has been carried out, an ATR error
occurs. The Alarm and End of Cycle outputs are activated.
Learning may be carried out on a value greater than the reject (FAIL) level and the
Pass and End of Cycle outputs are then activated.

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9 Transient drift
Due to the evolution of the test conditions (temperature variations...), the value of the
transient can vary through time. It is therefore necessary to track its evolution.
To avoid having to carry out learning cycles too often, the ATEQ instrument saves the
last ten values of parts considered as very good (result close to 0) and recalculates the
transient using the average value.
The parts are considered as very good when their leak rate is lower than the
“percentage drift” value of the reject (FAIL) level. This value can be modified between 0
% and 100 %.

Transient =
∑ of the value of the last 10 very good parts
10

The transient attenuation (ATR) can only be used on parts which behave in
very similar ways during the test, in other words, parts which generate similar
transients.
When the batch of parts changes or when the production is stopped for a certain
time, it is necessary to carry out a new learning cycle, as the transient will
change.
The ATR error appears if the difference between the transient and the initial (start)
value is greater than the reject (FAIL) level.
The transient can evolve one way or the other; therefore it is preferable to have identical
Test and Reference reject levels.
2.1.3. 4) Valve codes
The instrument has two programmable electrical outputs (24V DC/100 mA maximum).
These outputs may be allocated to program numbers. They are generally used to select
valves in a cycle sequence. The required outputs may be activated for each program.
Associated parameters to be set: Internal 1, Internal 2.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.

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2.1.3. 5) Cycle end

This function enables different cycle ends to be chosen, depending on the configuration
of the instrument (connection to a PLC).

a) Relay sequencing related to different cycle ends

In order to interface the ATEQ F570P with its environment (PLC, PC …), the following
timing charts supply the details of the sequencing of the electrical outputs (relay board
on the J3 connector) and pneumatic outputs (automatic connectors), depending on the
commands entered on the front panel or through the J10 connector (START, RESET).
Legend
A Wait time
F Fill time
S Stabilisation time
Unspecified time occurring between the programmed test time and
#
the pressing of the reset key.

T Test time
D Dump time

START Press the key on the front panel or make a contact between
pins 2-3 on the J10 connector.

RESET Press the key on the front panel or make a contact between
pins 1-2 on the J10 connector.
Active (high level) : the pneumatic output is active (air output)
Valve code
Inactive (low level) : the pneumatic output is inactive (no air output)
BP or GP Bad part or Good part relay on the J10 connector
EoC End of cycle relay on J10 connector
t mini Minimum time to accept an entry: 50 ms on J10 connector.

Actual times are not those displayed but those on the print-out.

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b) "Automatic RESET" cycle end

If the part is OK, the Part OK relay will be activated as soon as the test ends and remain
so until the start of the following cycle. Following the dump time, the end of cycle relay is
activated.
If the part is bad, the bad part relay is activated as soon as the test is completed. The
instrument automatically dumps and sends a cycle end signal. A new cycle can then be
launched.

A F S T D

Test cycle
PRESSURE

t mini
START
t

Orders actions
t mini
Reset

t
Program t mini
Number
t

Active
Valve code
Inactive
t
Pass part or
Fail part
t

End of cycle
t

The active program is the one selected before starting up. It remains active even if the
program inputs on the connector are no longer activated. This selection can only be
modified during the inter cycle period.
To return to program 1, when a cycle is not in progress, press any of the program
selection inputs.

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c) "RESET + dump" cycle end (automatic dump)

If the part is OK, the part OK relay is activated as soon as the test time is finished, and
remains so (only in position 2) until the next cycle is launched.
At the end of the dump time, the end of cycle relay is activated.
If the part is Bad, as soon as the test time is over, the bad part relay is activated and
remains so until the end of the cycle. The dump is then carried out. The cycle can be

ended by pressing the RESET key.

A F S T D

Test cycle
PRESSURE

t mini
START
t

Orders actions
t mini
Reset

t
Program t mini
number
t

Active
Valve code
Inactive
t
Fail part

End of cycle
t

The active program is the one selected before starting up. It remains active even if the
program inputs on the connector are no longer activated. This selection can only be
modified during the inter cycle period.
To return to program 1, when a cycle is not in progress, press any of the program
selection inputs.

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d) "Fill" cycle end

If the part is OK, the good part relay is activated at the end of the test time and remains
so till the start of the next cycle.
At the end of the dump time, the end of cycle relay is activated.
If the part is bad, as soon as the test time is finished the relay becomes and remains
activated.
The instrument waits for a reset from the operator or the PLC to start the dump time and
send the end of cycle signal.

A F S T # D

Test cycle
PRESSURE

t mini
START
t

Orders actions
t mini
Reset

t
program t mini
number
t

Active
Valve code
Inactive
t
Fail part
t

End of cycle
t

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2.1.3. 6) Bar code function

The option "Bar code" allows installing a bar code reader on the RS232 connector of the 5th
series instrument. It allows the code reading and selects a test program and eventually
launches the control test (if the option is validate). The number of characters reed by the bar
code reader mustn't exceed 20. If it is the instrument doesn't take in account the characters
chain.

a) Activation of the bar code function

From the main menu, select MAIN MENU

the CONFIGURATION menu SPE CYCLE: Disable
and then select the CONFIGURATION
EXTENDED MENUS. SERVICE

CONFI/EXTENDED MENUS
In the EXTENDED MENUS, VALVE CODES : Yes
select the BAR CODE END CYCLE : Yes
function and validate by YES. BAR CODE : Yes

CONFI/EXTEN/BAR CODE
The bar code reading
First char. : 05
parameters appear, that it is Char. Number : 10
advisable to inform.

The parameter "First Char." corresponds to the position of the first character to taking in
account in the all characters chain. The parameter "Char Number" corresponds to the
number of characters (chain size) to taking in account. The sum of these two parameters
must be equal or inferior to the total number of characters contained in the chain plus 1.

Σ Parameters ≤ Number total of characters + 1 ≤ 20

Adjust the parameters value CONFI/EXTEN/BAR CODE
by using the up and down First char. : 05
arrows, then validate with the Char. Number : 10
ENTER key.

th
Example: in the opposite example, 5 character
the selected program will be
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRST
selected if the instrument is
reading the characters chain: 10 characters
EFGHIJKLMN Total number of characters = 20

The specifics parameters for the IRAN KODRO

installation are the following ones:

¾ First char: 15
BAR CODE
¾ Char number: 01

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b) Chain characters parameter

The programming of the characters chain is done from the special cycles.

MAIN MENU
In first select the current RUN PROG. : 01
program in the MAIN MENU. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE: Disabled

Then check or validate in the CONFI/EXTENDED MENUS

CONFIGURATION/ VALVE CODES : Yes
EXTENDED MENUS menu END CYCLE : Yes
the BAR CODE function. BAR CODE : Yes

MAIN MENU
Select in the SPE CYCLE SPE CYCLE: Disabled
menu. CONFIGURATION
SERVICE

SPE CYCLE
Then select the BAR CODE Regulator adjust
special cycle and validate with Piezo auto zero
ENTER. BAR CODE

MENU PRINCIPAL
The display confirms the PROG. ACTIF : 001
selection of the BAR CODE PARAMETRES
special cycle. CYCLE SPE:CODE BAR

Press the START key to CYCLE/Pr : 001

launch the special cycle. The
instrument goes in waiting of
capture of the bar code. BAR CODE

Input (by using the bar code CYCLE/Pr : 001

reader) the code. The
characters are displayed in EFGHIJKLMN
live on the screen. BAR CODE

Have patience a few moments,

the code is recorded and the
CYCLE/Pr:001
instrument is ready for use. At PRESS = 500.0 mbar
each time this character chain
is reed, the instrument will READY
select the corresponding test
program number.

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c) Program launch
As soon as the bar code is recognised and that a program is attributed, the start of the
cycle is automatically made.

MAIN MENU
From the main menu, put the RUN PROG. : 01
cursor in front of PARAMETERS
PARAMETERS. SPE CYCLE: Disabled

PARAMETERS
Select the program and Copy-Paste
validate with ENTER. Pr :001 LEAK
Pr :002 LEAK

PARAM/PR001
Then select the FUNCTION R. UNIT : Pa
menu and validate with Test FAIL : 0020
ENTER. FUNCTIONS

ARAM/Pr001/FUNCTIONS
Validate by YES the function BAR CODE : Yes
BAR CODE.

The characters chain is

displayed, the parameter
Pr001/FUNCT/BAR CODE
AUTO START allows to 1234567890543210
launch automatically the AUTO START : Yes
program when the
corresponding bar code is
reed.

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2.2. TIME

This function includes a clock (hours, minutes) and an internal calendar (day, month
and year).
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.

2.3. RS232

2.3.1. C540/580

This function enables the configuration of the instrument so that it may be supervised by
an ATEQ central module.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.

2.3.2. Printer

This function enables the configuration of the instrument to enable the printing of the
program data (parameters) as well as the test results. When the option is activated
(YES), each time a cycle is started, the test results are systematically printed.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
2.3.2. 1) RS parameters
These parameters enable the configuration of the instrument enabling it to communicate
with the printer.
Associated parameters to be set: Speed, Stop byte, number of data bytes, parity.
)Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
2.3.2. 2) Print frame
This function enables the configuration of the results printout.
Associated parameters to be set: PRESSURE (Display or not of the test pressure),
Personal (Display of the program name when set), Time keeper (printing of the date
and the time).

a) Frame format
The results frame is based on 40 columns.

• Example for test OK result

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40

< 0 1 > : ( O K ) : 0 2 7 P a

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Frame detail:
Columns Characters
1 <
2-3 Figure indicating program number
4 >
5 :
6 (
2 letters indicating OK for good part
TD bad test part
7-8
RD bad reference part
AL for Alarm
9 )
10 :
11 SPACE
12 +, - or nothing
13 - 14 -15 3 figures indicating the leak value
16 SPACE
17 > XX 2 to 6 letters indicating the unit of measurement

• Example for a test result with the pressure

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40

< 0 1 > : 1 . 0 2 b a r : ( O K ) : + 0 0 0 P a

• Example for a test result with time & date

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40

< 0 1 > : 0 2 / 1 0 / 2 0 0 1 0 9 : 1 9 : 1 6

< 0 1 > : 0 . 9 2 5 b a r : ( O K ) : - 0 0 2 P a

• Example for a result with error

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40

< 0 1 > : A L : F . S .

< 0 0 > : A L : L O W P .

< 0 0 > : A L : H I G H P .

Frame detail:
Columns Characters
1 <
2-3 Figure indicating program number
4 >
5 :
6 (
7-8 2 letters AL for ALARM
9 )
10 :
11 > XX Error message relating to the fault

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2.3.2. 3) Sending conditions

With this function you can choose which data is to be printed on the results sheet.
Associated parameters to be set: ALL (all test results), OK (good parts), T. BAD (bad
test parts), R. BAD (bad reference parts), WARNING (alarm), PRESS DEF. (incorrect
pressure), RECUPERABLE (recoverable parts).
2.3.2. 4) TLP
The TLP function allows to parameter the position of the printed lines of the tests results
on small labels.

CONFI/RS232
Select the TLP function in the Frame
CONFIGURATION/ RS232 Sending Cond.
menu. TLP

CONFI/RS232/TLP
Then the lines 1, 2 and 3 in X LINE 1X : 00
and Y position are displayed. LINE 1Y : 00
LINE 2X : 00

The specifics parameters for the IRAN KODRO

installation are the following ones:

¾ Speed: 9600bds
RS parameter
¾ 1st/8 bits/without
¾ PRESSURE: Yes
FRAME ¾ Personnal: Yes
¾ Time keeper: Yes
SENDING CONDITIONS ¾ All: Yes (others parameters : No)
¾ Line 1X: 190 Line 1Y: 50
TLP ¾ Line 2X: 190 Line 2Y: 150
¾ Line 3X: 190 Line 3Y: 250
EXPORT ¾ No

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Label print example for IRAN KODRO installation:

The label will be printed in the opposite example with the
above parameters in function of the selected frame's <03>:405:321321321321321
parameters. <03>:14/11/2005 [Link]
st
1 line: <program number>: car model: reed bar code. <03>: 0.035 bar:(OK): 0020 Pa
nd
2 line: <program number>: date: hour.
3rd line: <program number>: test pressure: test result: test
result value and the unity.

Note: the printed reed bar code can be different than the programmed bar code for the
vehicle selection.
2.3.2. 5) Export
This function can be used to create and send a special results frame which can be
processed by a PC using Microsoft Excel.
This frame is of the same type as the print parameters frame except that the different
character strings follow each other and are separated by a punctuation mark which
enables the various boxes to be entered automatically in Microsoft Excel.
This frame is operated by connecting a computer to the instrument's RS 232 link.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.

2.4. SECURITY

This function deactivates the START key on the instrument front panel. Programs can
only be started from the instrument inputs (J10 connector).
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.

2.5. I/O CONFIGURATION

This menu is used to configure programmable input 7 on connector J10 on the

16 program input/output board.
See the chapter 1, paragraph 2. 2. 6. 2) "J10 Connector (I/O Inputs/Outputs)
programmable input".

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2.6. LIGHTING THE SCREEN

Screen illumination can be programmed and modified. The lighting can be adjusted
according to the ambient conditions or the user's choice.
There are three lighting modes:
9 continuous mode, display screen permanently lit whatever the conditions.
9 manual mode, the screen remains lit for 20 minutes and if the keyboard has not
been used by the end of this period the screen shuts down and only relights when
the keyboard is touched again.
9 automatic mode, which is identical to manual mode, with illumination of the
screen also if an action is carried out from the external inputs (rear connectors).
Using these three modes, the lighting intensity of the screen can be programmed from
00 (screen off) to 07 (maximum lighting intensity).

In the main menu, position the MAIN MENU

cursor by the CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS
menu then confirm by pressing SPE CYCLE: Disabled
ENTER. CONFIGURATION

CONFIGURATION
Move the cursor down until it is in PRINTER : No
front of the LIGHT menu then SECURITY : No
confirm by pressing ENTER.
LIGHT

CONFI/LIGHT
Place the cursor in front of MODE to MODE :CONTINOU
choose the required lighting mode INTENSITY : 04
and confirm using ENTER.

CONFI/LIGHT/MODE
Select the lighting mode and confirm CONTINOUS
using ENTER. MANUAL
AUTO

CONFI/LIGHT
To return to the previous menu, MODE :CONTINOU
press the C button once C INTENSITY : 07

To select the lighting intensity for the CONFI/LIGHT

display, place the cursor in front of MODE :CONTINOU
the INTENSITY menu and confirm INTENSITY : 04
using ENTER.

Then select the lighting intensity CONFI/LIGHT

from 00 (off) to 07 (maximum ODE :CONTINOU
luminosity) and the new lighting INTENSITY : 06
intensity will be applied as soon as
ENTER is pressed.

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3. SPECIAL CYCLES MENU

3.1. SPECIAL CYCLES AVAILABLE

The following list shows all the special cycles which are possible: those available will
vary depending on what is checked in the expanded menus or according to the optional
extras requested at the time of manufacture of the instrument.

Special cycle Function

9 Inactive: No special cycle selected.

9 Regulator adjust: Cycles used to set the regulator.

Cycle used to carry out forced reset of the

9 Piezo auto zero:
piezzo transducer and the electronic regulator.

This cycle is used to enter the ATR parameters if

they are not known. This should be done after
9 ATR learning:
each start-up of the instrument, or after a long
period with no test cycles.

To run a special cycle, select it in the "special cycles" menu, then press the

button. To stop it, press the button. In some cycles the stop is automatic.

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3.2. REGULATOR

This special cycle enables the main regulator pressure to be set.

SPE CYCLE
Position the cursor in front of SPE Disabled
CYCLE and confirm using the Regulator adjust
ENTER key.
AZ Piezo

SPE CYCLE
Next, position the cursor in front of Disabled
REGULATOR ADJUST and
Regulator adjust
confirm using the ENTER key.
AZ Piezo

MAIN MENU
The display confirms that the special RUN PROG.: 005
cycle has been selected. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE:Regul

RUN/Pr :001
Press the START key to start the PRESS = 355.5 mbar
special cycle.
REGULATOR 1 ADJUST

RUN/Pr :001
Adjust the value of the pressure with PRESS = 500.0 mbar
_ +
the regulator.
REGULATOR 1 ADJUST

RUN/Pr :001
Once the pressure is adjusted, press PRESS = 0.000 bar
the RESET key to stop the special
cycle. READY

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3.3. AUTOMATIC CALCULATION OF LIMITS

This function enables maximum and minimum pressure monitoring limits to be

programmed in relation to the settings on the selected regulator.
The limit values calculated automatically are plus or minus 20% of the measured value.
Calculation and automatic input of the limits are done in the active program.

MAIN MENU
Confirm the special regulator setting RUN PROG. : 001
cycle. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE: Regul.

RUN/Pr:001
Press the START button to run the PRESS = 1.00 bar
special cycle.
REGULATOR ADJUST

RUN/Pr:001
If necessary, adjust the test PRESS = 1.50 bar
_ +
pressure value using the regulator.
REGULATOR ADJUST

Now, when the switch is turned to RUN/Pr:001

ACCESS position, the question : PRESS = 1.50 bar
CALCULATE LIMITS ? COMPUTE LIMITS ?
appears on the screen. REGULATOR ADJUST

Confirm calculation by pressing

ENTER. The instrument calculates COMPUTING LIMITS
the limits and enters them in the
cycle program parameters.

RUN/Pr:001
When the operation is completed, PRESS = 1.50 bar
press the RESET button to stop the
special cycle. READY

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3.4. PIEZO AUTO ZERO

Used for compulsory reset to zero of the piezo sensor.

MAIN MENU
In the main menu, place the cursor RUN PROG: 001
in front of SPE CYCLE and confirm PARAMETERS
using ENTER.
SPE CYCLE: Inactive

SPE CYCLE
Next, place the cursor in front of Disable
AZ Piezo function and confirm using Regulator adjust
ENTER. AZ Piezo

MAIN MENU
The display confirms that the special RUN PROG.: 001
cycle has been selected. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE:AZ Piezo

RUN/Pr :001
Press the START key to start the PRESS = 355.5 mbar
reset.
RESET

RUN/Pr :001
Once the reset is carried out, the PRESS = 355.5 mbar
cycle ends automatically.
READY

Note: the auto zero cycle is an automatic cycle which is carried out approximately every
5 minutes. It is used to initialise the pressure transducers in relation to atmospheric
pressure.
For automatic devices it may be necessary to inhibit the auto zero cycle.

CONFIGURATION
To inhibit the automatic zero cycle, EXTENDED MENUS
go to the CONFIGURATION menu AZ PIEZO AUTO: No
then confirm using non. HOUR

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Attention : If an auto zero cycle is not carried out regularly, measurement errors may
occur and result in false readings for the air tightness of parts. A request for auto zero
may be made automatically or via input 9 on connector J10, programmed for this
function, or via a programmed function key on the optional RC5 keypad, if this is
installed.

Note: during the auto zero cycle, the start cyle and stop cycle keys are inoperative, as
is the selection of the program number using the inputs (key strokes are not stored in
the memory). To restart a normal cycle or select the program, wait until the auto zero
cycle has completely finished.

3.4.1. Timing chart for auto zero cycle

< 3 sec
START

Auto
zero 5 min 5 min 5 min
piezzo
3 sec mini 3 sec mini
End of AZ AZ test cycle AZ test cycle test cycle AZ
cycle

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3.5. ATR LEARNING

If the transient values are not known, a transient learning cycle must be carried out so
that the instrument can calculate and enter the values. These learning cycles are
located as shortcuts in the special cycles menu, on input 9 of connector J10
programmed for this function or on a programmed function key on the optional RC5
keypad, if this is installed. .

RUN/Pr:001
If no transient learning has been PRESS = 1.50 bar
carried out, the message ATR LEAK = ATR DEFAULT
DEFAULT will appear. READY (NO OK)

MAIN MENU
To carry out the learning, select RUN PROG. : 001
the SPE CYCLE menu. PARAMETERS
CYCLE SPE :Disabled

SPE CYCLE
Infinite fill
Then select the ATR LEARN. menu. Piezo auto zero
ATR Learn.

MAIN MENU
The display confirms that the special RUN PROG. : 001
cycle has been selected. PARAMETERS
CYCLE SPE : ATR

Press the START button to start the RUN/Pr:001

learning cycle. At the end of the PRESS = 1.50 bar
cycle, the display gives the test LEAK = 002 Pa
result for the good part. READY (OK)

The instrument carries out a test RUN/Pr:001

cycle, then continues the cycle by PRESS = 1.50 bar
carrying out a learning cycle. When LEAK = 002 Pa
the cycle has been completed, the ATR Learn.
transient values are recorded.

To view the transient values, press ATR2

ENTER. Begin. : -000
Note: these values can be Transient : -003
modified manually. DRIFT : 020 %

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4. SERVICE MENU

4.1. PARAMETERS SERVICE

This menu is used to manage the memory containing the test cycle parameters.
9 Save maintenance parameters menu: used to save the configuration of the
parameters in the current test.
9 Restore maintenance parameters menu: used to restore a previously saved
configuration.
9 Erase maintenance parameters menu: used to delete the current configuration.

To access the menu, put the switch to ACCESS position.

MAIN MENU
In the main menu, place the cursor CYCLE SPE: Disabled
in front of SERVICE and confirm CONFIGURATION
using ENTER.
SERVICE

MAIN/SERVICE
Then place the cursor in front of PARAMETERS
PARAMETERS and confirm using
ENTER.

Then place the cursor in front of the

action required :

SAVE: save current parameters,

IN/SERVI/PARAMETER
RESTORE: replace current SAVE : No
parameters by those stored in the RESTORE : No
memory, RESET : No
ERASE: delete current parameters
and return to intial configuration.

and confirm using ENTER.

To activate an operation, confirm IN/SERVI/PARAMETERS

using ENTER. Then choose YES SAVE : Yes
using the arrows then confirm again RESTORE : No
using ENTER. RESET : No

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Turn the switch to LOCK position.

Note: if the parameters have been modified, then current and saved parameters are
therefore different, when the instrument begins to operate, the following message is
displayed on the screen.

SAVE PARAMETERS

This message is not jamming and disappears after a few seconds. It allows to inform
that a parameters saving can be necessary. In this case three solutions arises :
1) Restore the saved (current parameters will be lost).
2) Save the current parameters in the memory (the parameters already in the memory
will be lost).
3) Nothing to do and working with the current parameters.

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5. RESULTS MENU

This function is used for:

9 detailed display of the test results : number of parts tested, number of good parts,
number of bad reference parts, number of bad parts, number of recovered parts,
number of times the alarm is triggered (each indicator is expressed as a % value),
9 resetting the results memory,
9 printing the results (number of good parts, number of bad parts. )

6. LANGUAGE MENU

This function is used to select the language displayed by the instrument.

Two languages can be stored in the instrument: French and English.

7. STAND BY MENU

This function is used to switch off the instrument without disconnecting it. Standby can
be immediate or programmed with start and stop times.
There are two ways to achieve immediate standby:
Either through the standby menu,

Or by pressing the RESET button for more than three seconds.

Note: when the instrument is

on standby, the display is off
and only the yellow indicator
light flashes approximately T R
every 3 seconds.

ATEQ F570P
To reactivate the instrument, simply Version 1.01g
press any key on the front panel or 1 -> 1000 mbar
activate any input.

) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.

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7.1. STANDBY USING THE MENU

Standby using the menu enables start and stop times for the instrument to be
programmed.

MAIN MENU
In the main menu, position the RESULTS
cursor beside STANDBY and LANGUAGE : English
confirm by pressing ENTER.
STAND-BY

STAND-BY
To program automatic standby at a Now :No
given time, position the cursor Pow-on time :No
beside POW-OFF TIME.
Pow-off time :No

STAND-BY
Confirm the POW-OFF TIME Now :No
parameter using YES. Pow-on time :No
Pow-off time :Yes

Then set parameters for the time

(hours and minutes) when the STAND/Pow-off time
standby must take effect. "TIME HOUR : 00
DELAY" is the delay (in minutes) MINUTE : 00
between the programmed time and Delay : 00
actual standby.

STAND-BY
To program the start-up time for the Now :No
instrument, position the cursor
Pow-on time :Yes
beside POW-ON TIME.
Pow-off time :Yes

STAND-BY
Confirm the POW-ON TIME Now :No
parameter using YES. Pow-on time :Yes
Pow-off time :Yes

STAND/Pow-on time
Then set parameters for the HOUR : 00
instrument start time (in hours and MINUTE : 00
minutes).

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Chapter 5
ACCESSORIES

1. ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE INSTRUMENT

1.1. MAINS POWER CABLE

The power supply cable of the F570P allows

its connection to the mains supply network
(from 90 to 260V AC).

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2. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

2.1. CALIBRATED LEAK

Calibrated leaks are used to check the instrument's calibration.

Master leak type
PRESSURE
A B 5 C D 50 E F G 1000 5000
2 kPa
1,5 3,12 6,6 18 31,2 1,24 2,05 4,2 53
(20 mbar)
5 kPa
2,3 4 7,4 17,5 42 1,3 2,6 5,25 11,3 132
(50 mbar)
15 kPa
2,82 6,7 12 23 55 2,2 4 8,2 17 35,5 338
(150 mbar)
30 kPa
4,8 12 24 46,8 2,12 3,6 7,6 22,4 40 74,5 700
(300 mbar)
50 kPa
10 25 48 1,4 3,5 8 15,5 31 63 150 1142
(500 mbar)
100 kPa
23 56 1,8 3,3 8 19 37 74 149 360 2230
(1 bar)
200 kPa
55 2,3 4,6 8,5 21 47 89 194 380 830 4343
(2 bar)
400 kPa
2,5 6,6 12,1 23,3 56 125 220 540 1030 1500 8750
(4 bar)
1 MPa
11,5 29 50 95 198 420 705 2310 3700 4450
(10 bar)

kPa.cm3/h kPa.cm3/min
(bar.cm3/h) (bar.cm3/min)
Note: the values indicated above are given for information and can vary by +/- 20%.
The true rate is precisely measured before delivery with an accuracy of +/- 5% up to
1Mpa.cm3/min (10 bar.cm3/min) and +/- 3% from this value. Special master leaks can
be manufactured on request, within 5% of the requested value.
9 The calibrated leaks must be used with clean dry air.
9 These leaks must not be dipped in water. It is essential that they are stored in their
case after usage.
9 The leaks must be checked periodically by the company’s metrology department or
by ATEQ’s metrology department.
9 Check that there is an O-ring seal and that it is in good condition.
9 The instrument zero check must be done by replacing the leak with a sealing connector
and not by sealing off the leak itself.
9 To check that the leak has not been blocked, attach a piece of flexible tubing to the
leak and submerge its extremity in water to watch for bubbles.

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2.2. NEEDLE VALVE AND LEAK/FLOW CALIBRATOR (CDF)

2.2.1. Needle valve

Needle valves are used to calibrate the leakage

limits. These valves have an adjustable leak and
depending on the model allow adjustments of
between a few cm3/h to several l/min.
These valves can be easily disturbed and
therefore require the frequent use of some
means of checking the setting (CDF).
Note: it is strongly recommended that you do
NOT leave a needle valve permanently
connected on a leak detection machine with
automatic calibration every "n cycles".

2.2.2. CDF (Leak/flow Calibrator)

The Leak/Flow calibrator is a multiple range

ATEQ flow meter intended for checking leak
testing equipment and particularly ATEQ
instruments. It measures a loss of charge with a
PRESSION
FUITE GAMME UNITES AUTO-ZERO ON / OFF
differential sensor, which is connected to a
calibrated flow tube.
TEMP.

CALIBRATEUR DE FUITE
SEQUENCE
MEMOIRE DE ETALONNAGE FONCTIONS
VERIFICATION

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2.3. AUTOMATIC CONNECTORS WITH EXPANDABLE JOINTS

ATEQ automatic connectors are used so that accurate and reliable assemblies can be
built to check air tightness. They simplify the work of the operator as they are self-
locking thanks to the use of a pneumatic valve supplied from the mains compressed air
supply. Several connectors may be controlled by the same remote, powered by an
ATEQ or another logic.
They adapt easily to a large number of fittings and apertures of varied dimensions. Their
use ensures that non-machined walls can be guaranteed airtight.
There are four basic versions of ATEQ automatic connectors :
9 SA for external connections,
9 Si for internal connections,
9 SAG and SIG for threaded and tapped connections.
They are either in anodised aluminium or stainless steel as standard. Different types of
joints are available depending on the elasticity required.

2.3.1. Operation

The connector is positioned manually or automatically using a jack or cylinder.

Compressed air is allowed through the control aperture via a three part valve. The
pressure pushes the cylinder which squashes the connector. The air tightness is
therefore perfect and there will be no leakage in the connector seals.

2.3.2. Standard dimensions

SAG and SIG have been designed for threaded and tapped caps. For the time being,
they are available in gas norm. Sizes, which are: 1/2", 3/4", 1", 11/4", 11/2", 2", BSP.
The SA and SI are designed for smooth nozzles, with dimensions from 3 to 80 mm for
the external diameters (SA), and from 10 to 75 mm for the internal diameters (SI).

2.4. FILTRATION KIT

Clean, dry air must be used to ensure the reliability of the instruments.
The filtration kit is connected to the air input on the rear panel of the instrument.
It consists of a dust filtering cartridge (5µm) and another cartridge (0.01 µm) giving
residual oil pollution equal to 0.01 ppm.

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2.5. SIMPLE REMOTE CONTROL

The remote control allows control and selection of various settings remotely for
instruments in the ATEQ range.

2.5.1. Casing reset/start

TLC

Télémécanique

2.5.2. S5 four-function remote control

This remote control has four functions which

can be used to control a series 5 instrument
remotely.
The four functions on this remote control are as
follows : TLC S5
9 RESET and START cycle.
9 Increase or decrease program numbers.
9 Display the number of the selected
program.
9 Display the test result, green indicator
light for Pass, red indicator light for Fail
or Alarm.
88
Note: a program number can only be changed
(increase or decrease) when no test cycle is
running.
[Link]

2.5.2. 1) Connection diagram

TLC RC5
F570P

J10

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Chapter 6
ERROR MESSAGES
The ATEQ F570P can display error messages if there are operational problems.

LIT
PROBLEM MESSAGE DISPLAYED
INDICATORS

CYCLE/Pr001
Test error. Leak in excess of the PRESS=0.942 bar
full scale. LEAK=>>F.S TEST
Action: check the test circuit. T R
READY (NO OK)

Pressure in excess of the full

CYCLE/Pr001
scale. PRESS=> FULL SCALE
Action: decrease the pressure
using the mechanical regulator T R
READY (NO OK)
knob.

Pressure in excess of the max.

threshold. CYCLE/Pr001
Action: check regulator settings, PRESS=1.02 bar P>
pressure limits, check whether the T R READY (NO OK)
right regulator has been selected if
there are two.

Pressure below the min. threshold.

Action: check the network CYCLE/Pr001
pressure and regulator settings, PRESS=0.000 bar P<
the pressure limits, and whether T R READY (NO OK)
the right regulator has been
selected if there are two.

CYCLE/Pr001
ATR error. PRESS=0.942 bar
Action: run another ATR learning LEAK=ATR DEFAULT
cycle or check the ATR T R READY (NO OK)
parameters. ATR fault.

PROG error: the I/O's have CYCLE/Pr.:009

selected a program with no ERROR
parameters. T R
Action: enter program parameters.

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LIT
PROBLEM MESSAGE DISPLAYED
INDICATORS

Inappropriate size for the selected

unit of pressure. PARAM/Pr001
Action: change unit or modify the >Press. Unit : mbar
minimum and maximum pressure T R MAX Fill : PPPP
MIN Fill : 0.0
limits if these and the test pressure
can be used with this unit.

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Chapter 7
OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS

1. PHENOMENON NOTED

If a test machine begins to detect too many bad parts (statistically, more than three
consecutively), it is advisable to carry out a check on the whole unit. The quality of the
manufacture and operation of the leak detector should be the last things considered.

1.1. CONDITION OF THE MACHINE'S SEALS

This is the no.1 defect as the seals are subject to high levels of dirt contamination
(alumina, shavings). Regular cleaning of the seals is an effective remedy.

1.2. DAMAGED INSTRUMENT SEALS

There is a possibility that the seals may be cut by shavings or worn by repetitive
squashing. This can be prevented by regular servicing and replacement of the seals.

1.3. BUMPER PAD

This is a defect which may occur after a certain amount of time as the bumper pads
may be worn, or if the pressure settings in the air cylinder are inadvertently disturbed.
Check the stability of the measurement and that the bumper pads are correctly installed.

1.4. PNEUMATIC AIR SUPPLY TOO LOW

This anomaly can cause false measurements (large leaks or erratic measurements).
The air supply to the cells must be higher than the minimum of 4 bar and it is essential
that it is greater than the minimum test pressure of 1 bar. Also check that sealing
connectors are being used correctly.

1.5. PNEUMATIC LINK

The link and reference pipes will age and break with time. The pipes and seals must
conform to the required quality. ATEQ recommends the use of RILSAN PA11 pipes and
AVS type joints.

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1.6. ENVIRONMENT

A measurement may be affected by a variation in background temperature (sun,

draughts, storage of parts outdoors, handling of the test part by the operator, ...).
The dampness of parts may cause errors in the readings (insufficient drying after
washing, outdoor storage, condensation, presence of water in the fixture, ...).

1.7. CALIBRATION

ATEQ does not accept any liability in regard to calibrations and settings to its
instruments which are not carried out by its own personnel.

1.8. CONCERNS ABOUT RELIABILITY OF THE INSTRUMENT’S CIRCUITS

If all the other checks do not resolve the problem, the instrument’s circuit may be
checked.
Proceed as follows :
9 Segregate the instrument from its environment (pneumatic assembly),
9 Connect up the instrument (test output),
9 Choose an unused program,
9 Set the parameters as follows :
⇒ the regulator to the test pressure,
⇒ the pressure monitoring thresholds to +/- 20 % of the test pressure,
⇒ wait time A 0 seconds,
⇒ fill time 4 seconds,
⇒ stabilisation time 10 seconds,
⇒ test time 10 seconds,
⇒ dump time 1 second,
⇒ reject level maximum,
⇒ unit Pa/sec,
⇒ function all functions cancelled.
Run two consecutive cycles.
The post test time result should not exceed 2 Pa/sec.

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Appendices
ATEQ F570P

1. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE F570P

F570P

Dimensions
290 x 540 x 380
H x L x D (mm):

Power supply: 90 - 260 VAC / 50 W

Electric connections: 3 pins connector

Pneumatic connections: 8/10

Weight (kg): About 15

Format: 19 inches

Temperatures:

Operational: +10°C to +45°C

Storage: 0°C to +60 °C

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2. MECHANICAL DEFINITION DRAWINGS OF F570P

All the dimensions are in millimetres.

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3. CONVERSION TABLE

TO

Pa kPa bar mbar mmH2O atm Torr psi inH2O inHg

Pa 1 10 -3 10 -5 10 -2 0.10197 9.8692 10 -6 7.5 10 -3 1.45 10 -4 4.01 10 -3 2.95 10 -4

kPa 10 3 1 10 -2 10 101.97 9.8692 10 -3 7.5 0.145 4.01 0.295

bar 10 5 10 2 1 10 3 10197 0.98692 750 14.5 401.46 29.53

mbar 10 2 10 -1 10 -3 1 10.197 9.8692 10 -4 0.75 1.45 10 -2 0.401 2.95 10 -2

F
R
O mmH2O 9.806 9.8067 10 -3 9.8067 10 -5 9.8067 10 -2 1 9.6784 10 -5 7.3556 10-2 1.4223 103 3..937 10-2 2.895 10-3
M
atm 1.013 10 5 101.33 1.0133 1013.3 10332 1 760 14.695 406.78 29.921

Torr 133.32 0.13332 1.3332 10-3 1.3332 13.595 1.3158 10 -3 1 1.9337 10 -2 0.535 3.937 10 -2

psi 6897.8 6.8948 6.8948 10 -2 68.948 703.07 6.8045 10 -2 51.71 1 27.68 2.036

inH2O 249,09 0.2491 2.4909 10 -3 2.4909 25.400 2.4583 10 -3 1.8683 3.61 10 -2 1 7.35 10 -2

inHg 3386.4 3.3864 3.3864 10 -2 33.864 345.32 3.3421 10 -2 25.4 0.491 13.595 1

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4. PARAMETERS STORED

PARAMETERS Program n° Program n° Program n° Program n°

Waiting

Fill
T
I
Stabilisation
M
E
Test

Dump
R
E
J
Test reject
E
C
T
P Max. Pressure
R
E Min. Pressure
S
S Test Pressure

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5. VALVES CODES USED IN YOUR APPLICATION

PROGRAM GROUP:

PROGRAM VALVE CODE FUNCTION

01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32

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 Index

Index
A Installation ............................................9
Additional functions ............................39 K
Adjust regulator pressure ...................57 Key access position ............................21
Appearance ..........................................9 Key locked position.............................21
ATR ....................................................41 L
ATR cycle ...........................................41 Labels printing ....................................53
ATR error............................................73 Language............................................64
ATR explained ....................................41 LCD 4 line display...............................21
ATR learning.......................................61 Leak mode ..........................................24
Auto zero cancelled ............................59 Leak/Flow calibrator............................69
Automatic calculation of limits.............58 Lighting the screen .............................55
Automatic connectors .........................70 M
B Maximum fill........................................28
Bar code option....................................48 Measurement cycle...............................5
Bar code reader..................................11 Mechanical drawings ..........................78
Blockage mode...................................25 Minimum fill.........................................28
C N
C540 / F580........................................51 Navigation keys ..................................20
Calibration leaks .................................68 Needle valves .....................................69
Characteristics......................................4 Negative leak indicator .......................22
Choose a cycle end ............................44 O
Clock ..................................................51 Operator mode....................................25
Connectors details..............................11 P
Conversion table.................................79 Parameter settings..............................26
Create a new program ........................23 Part bad indicator................................22
Cycle end............................................44 Part OK indicator ................................22
Cycle keys ..........................................20 Pneumatic connector ....................15, 16
Cycle several test cycles ....................40 Pneumatic supply ...............................17
D Pressure inferior to min threshold. ......73
Definition of the ATEQ F570P ..............3 Pressure over max threshold. .............73
Delete a program................................32 Pressure too high................................73
Detailed display of the test results ......64 Pressure units.....................................28
Determine the fill time.........................27 Print frame ..........................................51
Determine the stabilisation time..........27 Print parameters .................................51
Dimensions.........................................78 Print the results...................................51
Direct measurement .............................4 Printer ...........................................11, 51
Dump time ..........................................28 Printing the results ..............................64
Duplicate a program ...........................30 Program choice...................................33
E R
Electrical connectors F570 .................11 Rapid connectors................................21
Export results under MS Excel ...........54 Regulator adjustment..........................34
Extended menus.................................39 Reject units .........................................29
F Remote control ...................................71
Filtration kit .........................................70 Remote control (S5)............................71
Frame formats ....................................52 Reset the results memory...................64
Front panel .........................................19 RS232.................................................11
Functions ............................................29 S
Functions menu ..................................38 Sequence several test cycles .............40
I Special cycles .....................................34
I/O Configuration ................................54 Stand by .............................................64
Infra-red interface ...............................22 Stop the measurement .......................34

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Symbols................................................6 U
T Unit error.............................................74
Technical characteristics ....................77 V
Test error ............................................73 Valve codes ........................................43
Test reject...........................................29 Vehicle test connector ........................12
Test time.............................................28 W
Test types ...........................................24 Wait time A .........................................26
Transient drift......................................43 Warning ..............................................22
Transient effects attenuation ..............41

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